Kenmore 216.31703, 216.3703 User Manual

Owner's Manual
Manual Del Propietario

Manuel Du Propri_taire

Vacuum Cleaner

Aspiradora
Aspirateur

Model, Modelo, Mod61e

216.37030, 37035 (US)

216.31703 (Canada)

CAUTION:

Read and follow all

safety and operating

instructions before first
use of this producL

CUIDADO:
Lea y sigue todas las

instrucciones de operaci6n
y seguridad antes del uso de
este producto,

ATTENTION :

Veuillez lire toutes les

consignes de s_curit6 et le

mode d'emploi avant d'utiliser
ce produiL

Sears Brands, LLC, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com

Part # 1-113884-000 Rev, 9/07

Printed in China

lmpreso en China
lmprim_ en Chine

Before Using Your New

Vacuum Cleaner .............. 2

Kenmore Vacuum Cleaner

Warranty ..................... 3

Important Safety Instructions .... 4-5

Parts and Features ................. 6

Assembly Instructions ............ 7

Operating Instructions .......... 8-10

Power Cord ............................. 8

Floor/Carpet Cleaning .................... 9

Above Floor Cleaning ................. 10

Pet Handi-Mate ......................... t 0

Vacuum Cleaner Care .......... 10-14

Dirt Container, Filter and Air Director

Removal and Replacement ........ 11-12

Exhaust Filter Removal

And Replacement ..................... 12

Belt or Brushroll Removal

And Replacement ................... 13

Light Bulb Replacement ................ 14

Debris Removal: Intake Hose .......... 14

Debris Removal: Nozzle Valve ........... 14

Vacuum Cleaner Storage ................. 15

Troubleshooting .................... 15

Master Protection Agreements., o16

Requesting Service ...... (back page)

Please read this guide. It will help you assemble and operate your new Kenmore vacuum
cleaner in the safest and most effective way,,

For more information about vacuum cleaner care and operation, call your nearest Sears
store. You will need the complete model and serial numbers when requesting information.

Your vacuum cleaner's model and serial numbers are located on the Model and Serial
Number Plate.

Use the space below to record the model number and serial number of your new
Kenmore vacuum cleaner°

Model No.
Serial No.

Date of Purchase

Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON KENMORE VACUUM CLEANER

When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the
product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year

from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store, Sears Parts & Repair Service Center,

or other Kenmore outlet for free repair.
If this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for

only 90 days from the date of purchase°

This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will
NOT pay for:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited
to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation,
operation or maintenance°

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained
according to the all instructions supplied with the product.

5.. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use

for other than its intended purpose..

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners,
chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied

with the product.

7.. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications
made to this product°

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair

as provided herein, implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness

for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears

shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do
not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation

on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or
limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which

vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60479
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

WARNING

Your safety is important to us. To

reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, injury to persons or damage

when using your vacuum cleaner,
follow basic safety precautions

including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE

ASSEMBLING OR USING YOUR
VACUUM CLEANER.

Do not use outdoors or on wet

surfaces. Electrical shock could

Occur.

Do not allow to be used as a toy.
Close attention is necessary when

used by or near children.

Use only as described in this

manual. Use only manufacturer's
recommended attachments.

Do not use with damaged cord or
plug. If appliance is not working

as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped
into water, return it to a service

center for inspection. Call 1-877-
839-2046 to locate the nearest

service center.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use
cord as handle, close a door on

a cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or comers. Do not run

appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

Do not leave appliance when
plugged im Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.

Do not handle plug or
appliance with wet hands°

Do not put any objects into
openings. Do not use with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust,

lint, hair, and anything that may
reduce air flow.

Keep hair, loose clothing,

fingers, and all parts of body away

from openings and moving parts.

Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking, such as

cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes°

Do not use without dirt container

and filters in place.

Turn off al! controls before

unplugging.

Do not use to pick-up flammable
or combustible liquids, such as

gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.

Keep the vacuum cleaner on the

floor. Do not use on stairs.

Do not use an extension cord with

this vacuum cleaner.

Store the vacuum cleaner indoors.

Put vacuum cleaner away after use

to prevent tripping accidents.

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Using improper voltage may result

in damage to the motor and possible
injury to the user. Proper voltage is
listed on the data plate°

Unplug before connecting Pet
Handi-Mateo

WARNING: The cords, wires, and/or
cables supplied with this product
contains chemicals, including lead or
lead compounds, known to the state

of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive

harm. Wash hands after using.

IN

Proper assembly and safe use of your vacuum cleaner are your
responsibilities. Your vacuum cleaner is intended only for Household

Use. Read this Owner's Manual carefully for important use and safety
information. This guide contains safety statements under warning
and caution symbols. Please pay special attention to these boxes and

follow any instructions given.

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Your cleaner contains a thermal protective device to shut off the motor to

avoid overheating. If this happens, turn switch off and unplug the cleaner.
Inspect the exhaust, inlet, and filters for any blockage. Empty the dirt

container and clean filters. After approximately 30 minutes the motor will
have cooled and the vacuum will be ready to use. Note: The cleaner

must remain unplugged during the 30 minute cooling period.

It is important to know your vacuum cleaner's parts and features to assure its proper and

safe use. Review these before using your vacuum cleaner,

Item

Pleated Filter
Exhaust Filter
Belt

Cord clip

Part No.

K-500000-000
K*700000_000

1-860140-600

Style No.

In U.S.

DCF-3

EF-3

UB-I 1

Dirt container
release

Exhaust cover
(exhaust filter

Power

Stretch
hose

Dirt finder!
Performance

indicator

Telescoping

wand

Handle
Release

Pedal

Carry handle

Power
cord

Pet Handi-Mate

Wheels

Hose
wand

Crevice tool

Rotary
valve

Dust brush

Nozzle

On/off

switch for
brushrofl

Bumper

Height adjust

knob

Dust Pet Handi-Mate

c L

/

Telescoping wand Crevice

tool

Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any

instructions given. WARNING statements alert you to such dangers as
fire, electric shock, burns and personal injury_ CAUTION statements alert
you to such dangerous personal injury and/or property damage°

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not plug into the electrical

supply until the assembly is
complete. Failure to do so could

result in electrical shock or
injury.

Before assembling the vacuum cleaner,
check the PACKING LIST on the cover

of the separate REPAIR PARTS LIST or
on the carton. Use this list to verify that

you have received all the components of
your new Kenmore vacuum cleaner.

HANDLE ASSEMBLY

t. Attach upper

handle to main
body of cleaner.

CAUTION

Do not overtighten.
Overtightening could strip the

screw holes.
Do not operate the vacuum

cleaner without the screws in
place.

EXTENSION WAND/
CREVICE TOOL

PLACEMENT

Place the telescoping wand (A) into the
wand holder on the left side of the vacuum

cleaner° Place the crevice tool (B) in the
crevice tool holder on the right side of the

vacuum cleaner.

2. Push handle
plug onto the

front of cleaner.

Insert the one
(1) screw into

the back of the

handle and

tighten, making

sure the handle
plug is secure.

A

B

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Rotate the quick release upper cord

hook to either side and down to release

the power cord.

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this appliance has a polarized

plug (one blade is wider than

the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If

the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet7 reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified

electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in
any way.

2, Unclip the power cord \

plug from the power cord.

Make sure the power
cord is placed into the
cord clip on the body as

shown.This helps keep
the power cord out from

under the vacuum cleaner

nozzle. //
3, Plug the polarized //

power cord into a 120 II

Volt outlet located near FltJ
the floor° f

4. To store cord, turn upper cord hook to

the up position, then wrap cord.

Personal Injury and Product
Damage Hazard

• DO NOT plug in if switch is in

the ON position. Personal injury

or damage could result.
. DO NOT use outlets above

counters. Damage from cord to
items in surrounding area could

occur.

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HEIGHT ADJUST KNOB

ON/OFF BRUSHROLL

IMPORTANT: For easiest adjustment,
place cleaner in full upright position°

Turn the height adjust knob to match the
surface being cleaned_

ON/OFF BUTTON

==D!

Turn cleaner on by
depressing the power

onloff switch on the
front of the handle.

PERFORMANCE
iNDICATOR AND DIRT

Depress pedal to turn off brushroll for

bare floor cleaning. Press pedal again to

re-engage brushroll.

Rotate the handle and adjust it to the
desired position for (A) storing the upright,

(B) operating the cleaner, and (C) to clean
under furniture. NOTE: Rotating brush
could cause area rug fringe to become

tangled within cleaner, Use caution when
vacuuming any rugs with fringe.

A

FINDER

The Performance Indicator light turns

red when vacuum needs to be serviced.
Please see Troubleshooting Section on

page 15 for Service Instructions. Dirt
Finder lights up as dirt is collected. When

light turns off, the carpet is clean,

HANDLE RELEASE

To release handle, push the handle

release pedal located on the lower left

side of the cleaner.

B

C

CARRY HANDLE

Use the carry handle located on the back
of the cleaner to carry from room to room.

J CAUTION

Brush agitator continues to rotate

while hose is removed or in use
and at all times while cleaner is on.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,

and all parts of body away from
brush area while cleaner is on.

Cleaner must be in the upright
position to lift the rotating brushroll

off the carpet when cleaning
above the floor.

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Cleaner must
be in its upright

position to raise
brushroll from

floor. Remove

the hose from

the tool caddy.

Rotate the rotary valve in either direction to
adjust the suction at the end of the hose as

required_ When finished, secure the hose
wand into the rest. Close the rotary valve

on the hose wand to ensure that nozzle
cleaning performance is at its maximum.

PET HANDI-MATE

Attach the Pet Handi-Mate to the hose
wand or telescoping wand. Brushroll will

start automatically.

Choose any of the handy accessories
or use the hose alone. Simply push the
attachment firmly onto the end of the
wand or hose handle. To remove tool,

twist and pull apart gently..

If additional length is needed, use the

telescoping wand and crevice toolo

Use telescoping wand and crevice tool

together or separately°

The Pet Handi-Mate can be used for
cleaning stairs and upholstery.

DEBRIS REMOVAL

Slide locking tabs to outward position
to unlock. Pivot lower housing and

remove clog.

To reassemble, align tabs on the lower

housing with the slots on the cover and
pivot cover back into position on top

of lower housing° Rotate locking tabs

inward into locking positionr

Twist and pull wand to extend.

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VACUUM CLEANER CARE

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WARNING

Electrical Shock and Personal
Injury Hazard

Remove foam filter from

filter cartridge.

Disconnect electrical supply
before servicing or cleaning the

unit. Failure to do so could result
in electrical shock or personal

injury from vacuum cleaner sud-

denly starting.

Note: For best performance, replace

filter a minimum of every 6 months,

EMPTY DIRT CONTAINER

Press dirt container
release button and
remove dirt container

from cleaner,

Tap the pleated filter on
the inside of a garbage

can to remove excess
dust arid dirt from filter,

If filter is still clogged,
rinse under running

water and allow to dry for
at least 24 hours before

replacing in cleaner.

RETURN FILTER

Return foam filter to filter

cartridge.

Return filter cartridge to
base of the cleaner_ Be

sure that the open side
of the filter cartridge

faces the back side of
the cleaner,,

Hold dirt container over garbage can and
press the dirt container release button to

empty° Snap dirt container bottom back

into place after emptying.

REMOVE FILTER

Squeeze and lift latch to unlock filter cage_
Lift filter cartridge out of base of cleaner

using metal handle_

Squeeze and lower latch
to lock filter cage.

FOAM FILTER CARE

Hold foam filter under
running water to wash,

Ring excess water out
of filter. Allow filter to

dry for at least 24 hours
before replacing in filter
cartridge,

CLEAN AIR DIRECTORS

To remove Air
Directors, rotate 1/4 turn

counterclockwise°

Pull out and wipe with a
damp cloth to clean,r

Dry and return the Air
Directors to the dirt

container. Rotate 1/4
turn clockwise to lock in

place.

Return dirt container by
aligning the post on the
cleaner with the opening

in the bottom of the dirt
cup,. Rotate dirt cup back
into position and latch,

Note: For best performance, replace

filter a minimum of every 6 months°

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Grasp edges on exhaust filter cover pull

towards you to remove.

i Depresstab and pull

toward you, Remove
exhaust filter from

cleaner, Tap filter on
inside of garbage can

"_" to remove excess dust

and dirt from filter,

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Return exhaust filter to

cleaner.

7

Replace exhaust filter cover by pivoting
toward cleaner until cover snaps into

place.

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TO REPLACE BELT

i WARNING

Electrical Shock and Personal
Injury Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply
before servicing or cleaning

the unit. Failure to do so could
result in electrical shock or

personal injury from vacuum
cleaner suddenly starting.

TO REMOVE BELT

Lay cleaner flat and flip cleaner to expose

nozzle base. To remove nozzle guard, slide
lock A to unlock position, to the left. Then
depress lock B to unlock nozzle guard°

Rotate/pivot the
nozzle guard and

pull off

OR BRUSHROLL

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Place new belt in area

of brushroll without
bristleso

shutoff pedal in

__ Place brushroll

j__ Slide belt ontomo to r

"Carpet" position..

shaft. Ensure to loop

the belt around the

belt lifter shaft.

With new belt in place,
pull and slide brushroll
into nozzle making

sure that the brushroll
end caps are in the

correct orientation (see
diagram for end cap
orientation). Rotate
brushroll manually

to make sure belt is

properly aligned.

Secure by aligning

the three (3) tabs

in the base slots.

To reattach nozzle

guard, rotate/pivot
back into position°

Lift and remove

brushrolL Dispose

of old belt.

To secure nozzle

guard, push lock B

down to lock position.
Slide lock A into lock

position, to the right.

A

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WARNING

CAUTION

Electrical Shock and Personal
Injury Hazard

Disconnect electrical supply

before servicing or cleaning the
unit. Failure to do so could result

in electrical shock or personal
injury from vacuum cleaner sud-

denly starting.

TO REMOVE LIGHT BULB

1. Disconnect power cord from eleclrical outlet

2. Press handle release pedal and lay
vacuum cleaner back.

3. Grasp the edge of the exhaust cover.

Pull out edges of exhaust cover and lift off,

4, Remove the two (2) screws from the

lens cover.

Do not use a bulb rated over 9W
(13V). During extended use, heat

from the bulb could overheat
surrounding plastic parts.

5. Insert fiat blade of

screwdriver into slot at
top of the lens.Lift the

lens cover to remove.

6. Pull bulb out of socketo
Do NOT twist. Gently

push replacement bulb
into socket to replace°

7. Snap lens cover back
into place and secure

the headlight lens by
replacing the two screws°

Replace exhaust cover,

Note: See separate PARTS LIST for bulb
number.

1. Locate the lower intake hose.

2. Rotate lower intake hose cuff clockwise
into the unlock position°

1. Follow instructions on page 13 for

removing nozzle guard and brushrolL

3, Disconnect the hose by
pulling down on the lower

intake hose cuff.

4. Remove debris from

inside the hose.

removed, locate the

2. Once brushroll is

nozzle valve_

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3. Remove debris from inside the nozzle

valve.

4. Return brushroll and nozzle guard,

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Gatherthecordandwrap it loosely around

the upper and lower cord hooks_ Lock

power cord plug onto the power cord_

Store the vacuum
cleaner in a dry, indoor

area, on the floor with

the handle locked in the

upright position.

Review this table to find do-it-yourself

solutions for minor performance problems_

Electrical Shock and Personal Injury
Hazard

Wrapping the cord too tightly puts stress
on the cord and can cause cord damage,

Any service needed, other than
maintenance described in this Owner's

Manual, should be performed by a Sears

or other qualified service agent..

Disconnect electrical supply before
performing maintenance to the

unit, Failure to do so could result in
electrical shock or personal injury.

[ PROBLEM 1

Cleaner won't run

Cleaner won't pick
up or low suction

Dust escaping 1, Dirt container full
from cleaner 2. Dirt container not installed

Cleaner toolswentt 1. Hose clogged
pick-up

Headlight not 12_ Bulb burnt out

working ........................I_. Loose electrical wires.

Cleaner is difficult t. Carpet height setting is
to push incorrect.

Performance 4. Hose clogged i1, Check inlets, hose and dirt containerfor
indicator light obstructions; remove obstruction - Pg. t4

turns red If clog persists, call 1-877-839-2046_

1. Power cord not firmly plugged

into outlet.

2, Btown fuse or tripped breaker.
3, Thermal Protector activated.,

4. Needs service.
1_ Dirt container not installed

correctly.

2. Dirt container ful_

3. Brushroll worn

4. Belt is broken, worn or slipped
out of position,

5. One or both filters clogged,

6. Carpet height setting is

incorreeL

7. Hose clogged

8. Air directors need to be cleaned.

correctly..

3. Hose not installed correctly.
4, One or both filters not installed

completely.

!2, Dirt container full.

13. One or both filters clogged.

2. Belt is broken, worn or slipped
out of position,

2. Air directors need to be cleaned. "2. Remove air directors and clean. Pg. t2.

1. Plug unit in firmly.

2. Check fuse or breaker in home Replace

fuselreset breaker

3. Allow cleaner to cool - Pg, 5

4. Take to Sears Service Center.

1. Review DIRT CONTAINER REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT_ Pg 11, 12.

2, Empty dirt container =Pg. t !.
3, Replace brushroll- Pg 13

4, Replacebelt-Pg 13

5. Remove filters and clean- Pg tl, 12,,

6. Set carpet height adjust to appropriate

setting for carpet being cleaned - Pg_ 9,

7. Check inlets, hose and dirt container for
obstructions; remove obstruction - Pg 14

If clog persists, call _-877-839-2046.

8. Remove air directors and ciean_ Pg_ 12.

1. Empty dirt container- Pg. 11_

2. Review DIRT CONTAINER REMOVALAND
REPLACEMENT-Pg, 11, 12

3, Review hose placement - Pg. 6.

4. Review filter removal and replacement-
Pg. 11, 12.

1. Checkin ots,hoseend ionla ;;fo;

obstructions; remove obstruction - Pg 14
if clog persists, call 1-877-839-2046.

2o Empty dirt container- Pg 11,

3. Clean filters-Pg. 11, 12.

1. Replace bulb- Pg, 14

2. Take to Sears Service Center.

1. Set carpet height adjust lever to appropriate

setting for carpet being cleaned - Pg- 9_

2. Replace beit- Pg 13

For any questions, please call 1-877-839-2046.

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and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may
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